anybody use this for scuba or snorkeling - underwater pictures?
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It works well for scuba diving. I prefer the video quality to the GoPro and Contour because of the video stabilization. You will need to purchase the ADA-RD1 with the flat port for underwater. Happy shooting
132643
I am also comparing these 2 Cameras. I want to use for Snorkeling and Beach pictures on our upcoming cruise. My preference is for Quality Underwater Photos over how stylish the actual camera is. Also, I am looking for the one with the Best Zoom Capabilities.......Anyone out there own one of these cameras ???
426732
I think so, but it takes great pictures in the underwater housing with its built-in flash + underwater setting.
990220
I think the pic quality is good. The pre setting modes work great. Bought this camera to use in Hawaii and took a lot of pics outside of water and they came out nice. We took a high end dlsr cam but used this one about 80% of the time. FYI the underwater pics were pretty good. Just try not to zoom in on things underwater andale sure you have it on the underwater mode. Hope this helps
1772919
The camera is only waterproof to 10 feet with the housing I can take pictures while scuba diving at 100 ft! Also, if housing were to leak ( not that it ever has) the camera will not be ruined because it is waterproof!
1968670
I suggest getting the flat lens housing. You get better video above and below water and the filters will help with color underwater, lights are really the best though.
62397
I took mine snorkeling and it worked fine. You have to make sure that the camera is positioned properly, and there is difficulty adjusting the buttons. But I got some great pics with it. Above water, you have to watch out for water drops on the front of the lens case. the camera will try to focus on those.
2044414
It shoots great videos underwater, tested it during my trip to Hawaii a few months ago. there's a bit of zoom sound, but the quality itself is great.
258432
Yes. I Used It For Snorkeling In The Ocean And.it Worked Great! Love This Camera!!
1878660
Unfortunately it's basically impossible to swim under water with this pouch. An air pocket forms in the pouch. It allows you to take pictures with the lens in the water, but as far as diving goes? I'd look somewhere else.
603841
I've used it for snorkeling and diving and it is hard to see the screen, adjust the dials/settings on a DSC-HX5. Sometimes the lens cover gets in the way zooming in helps with that if you can manage the controls to actually zoom. You really just have to figure that your camera is set the way you want it and the point/shoot. The pictures are ok - about what you'd expect in terms of colors when you're 5-10 ft under water which has nothing to do really with the case. So it's not perfect, but I don't know that there is a better option given the price and the number of times I'll use it. I'll use it next time I go, now that I know how the pictures will turn out and can handle it better... I've used it for snorkeling and diving and it is hard to see the screen, adjust the dials/settings on a DSC-HX5. Sometimes the lens cover gets in the way zooming in helps with that if you can manage the controls to actually zoom. You really just have to figure that your camera is set the way you want it and the point/shoot. The pictures are ok - about what you'd expect in terms of colors when you're 5-10 ft under water which has nothing to do really with the case. So it's not perfect, but I don't know that there is a better option given the price and the number of times I'll use it. I'll... » Read More I've used it for snorkeling and diving and it is hard to see the screen, adjust the dials/settings on a DSC-HX5. Sometimes the lens cover gets in the way zooming in helps with that if you can manage the controls to actually zoom. You really just have to figure that your camera is set the way you want it and the point/shoot. The pictures are ok - about what you'd expect in terms of colors when you're 5-10 ft under water which has nothing to do really with the case. So it's not perfect, but I don't know that there is a better option given the price and the number of times I'll use it. I'll use it next time I go, now that I know how the pictures will turn out and can handle it better... « Show Less
672552
I took this camera on a tour to the Dry Tortugas snorkeling, tubing in key west, and a chlorinated pool. After considerable time underwater, I have not run into a problem with leaking so far.
634190
It works quite well for a point and shoot camera in this price range. I've taken it snorkeling many times. It's better when it's sunny out and you have the right angle under water. The flash also works. But it is not an expensive, high-tech diving camera with a huge light to film National Geographic type shots or movies deep under water.
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Please check this address: http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/standard_display/underwater_photo.All the best
1466017
It takes great pictures underwater and even videos with sound underwater. It's only rated for up to three feet underwater but I've been very pleased with this product!
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I've used it for snorkeling and diving and it is hard to see the screen, adjust the dials/settings on a DSC-HX5. Sometimes the lens cover gets in the way zooming in helps with that if you can manage the controls to actually zoom. You really just have to figure that your camera is set the way you want it and the point/shoot. The pictures are ok - about what you'd expect in terms of colors when you're 5-10 ft under water which has nothing to do really with the case. So it's not perfect, but I don't know that there is a better option given the price and the number of times I'll use it. I'll use it next time I go, now that I know how the pictures will turn out and can handle it better...
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I bought it for a trip and yes I took it snorkeling and we had no issues. It's a cheap camera so you get what you pay for in quality. If I tried to take an out of water picture I had a lot more issues with dots of water or smudges or blurry spots but for the most part every picture I took under water was good. Hope that helps.